Digitek and Heparin Suits - Forthcoming?

In-pharma Technologist.com has a good review of the Wyeth v. Levine case before the Supreme Court that, like the Riegel v Medtronic case for the medical device industry, will rule if FDA approval of pharmaceutical manufacturing and labeling processes would preempt state liability claims from the recent digitek (digoxin) and heparin manufacturing problems.

-Wes

Digitek Recalled

"Foxglove Season" (Digitalis purpurea)

Heard about this from a patient tip after she had a problem getting a refill at the local Walgreens as they scramble to re-stock:

Actavis has issued a nationwide recall of Digitek (digoxin tablets) due to the possibility that tablets with double-thickness, containing twice the approved level of active ingredient, may have been commercially released. The existence of double strength tablets poses a risk of digitalis toxicity in patients with renal failure. Digitalis toxicity can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, low blood pressure, cardiac instability, bradycardia, and possible fatality. Several reports of illness and injuries have been received.

Yikes! Check your meds, folks!

-Wes